Shady Meg: The Burning Witch of King's Lynn

25/06/2022 16 min

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According to King's Lynn legend, the diamond-shaped brick emblazoned with a heart has a connection to Margaret Read, or Shady Meg, burned as a witch in 1590. How does this strange brick fit into this tale of witchcraft?

Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore!

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